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In Episode 351, Jesse Schwamb and Tony Arsenal delve into the rich and profound theology of the Lord's Prayer, specifically focusing on the petition, "Your will be done." The hosts explore the multifaceted nature of God's will, breaking it down into His secret will, revealed will, and discerned will. They emphasize how prayer is less about changing God's plans and more about aligning our hearts wi...

In this episode of the Reformed Brotherhood, Jesse Schwamb and Tony Arsenal continue their exploration of the Lord's Prayer, focusing on the phrase, "Thy Kingdom Come." Broadcasting from the picturesque Ocean Grove, New Jersey, the hosts delve into the theological richness of this petition and its implications for the Christian life. They discuss how this portion of the prayer emphasizes God's sov...

In this episode of the Reformed Brotherhood, Tony and Jesse delve into the first petition of the Lord's Prayer, "Hallowed Be Thy Name." They explore the deep theological significance of this phrase, emphasizing its call for reverence, worship, and a desire for God's name to be made holy among the nations. The discussion highlights how this petition is not just a declaration of God's holiness but a...

In this episode, Jesse Schwamb and Tony Arsenal delve into the profound theological implications of the preface to the Lord's Prayer, "Our Father in Heaven." They explore how this phrase reveals the dual nature of God as both transcendent and immanent, emphasizing His sovereignty and intimacy. Drawing from Matthew 6 and the Westminster Larger Catechism, the hosts highlight how Jesus' instruction t...

In this episode, Tony Arsenal and Jesse Schwamb dive deep into the theological and practical significance of the opening words of the Lord's Prayer, "Our Father." They explore how these two simple yet profound words set the tone for Christian prayer, emphasizing the intimate relationship believers have with God as their Father. The hosts highlight the privilege of addressing God in this familial w...

this episode of the Reformed Brotherhood, Jesse and Tony dive into the profound subject of private prayer and its essential role in the Christian life. They begin by emphasizing the privilege of prayer, not merely as a duty but as a remarkable invitation to approach the throne of grace through the mediation of Christ. Drawing on Scripture and the Westminster Catechism, the hosts explore prayer as...

The brothers hit the road and wrap up their thoughts on the Ten Words.

In this episode of the Reformed Brotherhood, Jesse and Tony dive into the tenth commandment, "You shall not covet," exploring its profound implications for Christian ethics and sanctification. They discuss how covetousness, described by the Puritan Thomas Watson as the "mother sin," often serves as the gateway to other sins such as theft, adultery, and deceit. The discussion emphasizes that the te...

In this episode of the Reformed Brotherhood, Jesse Schwamb and Tony Arsenal dive deep into the Ninth Commandment, exploring its implications for truthful speech in our everyday lives. The conversation begins with a reflection on the moral and ethical weight of our words, highlighting how they reveal the condition of our hearts. The hosts emphasize that the Ninth Commandment, "You shall not bear fa...

In this episode, Jesse Schwamb and Tony Arsenal delve deeply into the eighth commandment, "You shall not steal," from Exodus 20:15. They explore the spiritual and moral implications of theft, moving beyond the physical act of stealing to examine how this commandment challenges our hearts, attitudes, and relationships. The discussion highlights how theft encompasses not only the wrongful taking of...

In this episode of the Reformed Brotherhood, Tony Arsenal and Jesse Schwamb delve deeply into the seventh commandment, "You shall not commit adultery," exploring its implications for Christian living and theology. They begin by addressing the explicit meaning of the commandment and its broader theological significance, emphasizing its role as a reflection of God's covenantal faithfulness to His pe...

In this episode, Tony Arsenal and Jesse Schwamb dive into the sixth commandment, "You shall not murder," and discuss the root of anger and how it can lead to breaking this commandment. They explore the comprehensive nature of this commandment, including the duty to not give others a reason to kill and the importance of controlling one's thoughts and inner life. The hosts provide insights into how...

In this episode, Tony Arsenal and Jesse Schwamb discuss the importance of honoring parents as a commandment from God. They explore the significance of this commandment in the Ten Commandments and how it relates to submitting to authority. Through reflection and discussion, they encourage listeners to thank God for their parents and to strive to honor them even in difficult circumstances.

In this episode of the Reform Brotherhood, Jesse and Tony discuss the importance of the Lord's Day and how we can properly observe it. They explore the Sabbath as a gift, the significance of corporate worship, and the balance between legalism and liberty. They also share practical tips for prioritizing the Lord's Day and highlight the importance of language in shaping our understanding of it. List...

In this episode, Tony and Jesse discuss the third commandment and the proper use of God's name. They examine the ways in which we can inadvertently take the Lord's name in vain, and how we can honor Him by using His name reverently and intentionally. They also consider the importance of sanctification and the role of the Holy Spirit in transforming our hearts and minds. Through their conversation,...

In this episode of the Reformed Brotherhood Podcast, Jesse Schwamb and Tony Arsenal discuss the importance of the second commandment in understanding how to worship God. They explain that the second commandment is a regulative call to defeat distractions that compromise our appreciation and worship of God. By worshiping God according to His precepts and refusing to engage in worship in ways that H...

In this episode, Jesse Schwamb and Tony Arsenal discuss the implications of the first commandment, "You shall have no other gods before me," from Exodus 20. They delve into the three or four things that the commandment prohibits, which include idolatry, polytheism, superstition, and invocation of saints and angels. The hosts point out that while physical idols are prevalent in some cultures, the W...

In this podcast episode, Tony Arsenal and Jesse Schwamb discuss the role of the Ten Commandments in Christian ethics. They emphasize that Christians have a unique obligation to obey God's law, as they have already been redeemed and claimed by God. The prologue to the Ten Commandments establishes two things: the commandments are specifically for God's people, and God has already redeemed them. The...

An important lecture delivered by Mike Riccardi at ShepCon 2023. The original audio is available at https://www.gracechurch.org/sermons/20904. This file is posted here for educational purposes only. No copyright infringement is intended.

In this episode of the Reformed Brotherhood Podcast, Tony and Jesse discuss the Lord's Supper as a means of grace. They highlight the importance of understanding the reason why God gave us the sacrament and how it can promote assurance and growth in grace. They caution against adding unnecessary symbolism to the Lord's Supper and emphasize the need to honor and participate in it properly.

In this episode of The Reformed Brotherhood, Jesse and Tony discuss the significance of baptism in the life of a Christian. They cover the promises of God, the unifying nature of baptism, and the importance of reflecting on our own baptisms. Jesse and Tony also provide nine concrete action items to help Christians improve upon their baptism throughout their lives. They emphasize the importance of...

The brothers discuss the nature of a sacrament and intro a short series on these promises from God.

The brothers close out their ecclesiology series with something practical: the communion of saints.

The brothers close out the ecclesiology series with a discussion of congregational polity.